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Get To Know Victor Robles: Nationals Call Up Top Prospect

The Washington Nationals have called up top prospect Victor Robles to join the major league team before they take on the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night.

Robles is just 20 years old but is expected to help the Nationals' playoff push with the absence of Bryce Harper due to a knee injury. The Nationals could also insert Robles in one of the corner spots that they've been using Howie Kendrick and Jayson Werth.

Robles has not played above Double-A but was hitting .324 with three home runs, 14 RBIs and 11 stolen bases in 37 games.

Get to know the top Nationals' prospect below:

Victor Robles

Age: 20 years old

Throws: Right

Bats: Right

Position: Outfield

How the Nationals acquired Robles: In November 2013, the Nationals signed Robles for $225,000.